He is a popular candidate ahead of the regional mayor election on May 4.

Mr Williams has made Brexit a key part of his campaign and has promised to try and prevent a hard Brexit by staying in the Single Market and giving British people the final say on the Brexit deal through a referendum.

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Group leader in South Gloucestershire, councillor Ruth Davis commented: “After the selection of weak and inexperienced candidates by the Tories and Labour, it is clear that only the Liberal Democrats are taking this election seriously.

“Stephen has the right mix of local knowledge and experience of national power to make a success of the new role. His plans for increasing the number of affordable homes and opening new rail stations are exactly what this region needs.”

Upon hearing the endorsements, Stephen Williams said: “I am honoured to receive their support. Now we've got to let people know about this election, which is a clear choice between me and the inexperienced, Brexit-defending Tory candidate.

“If elected I will bring Bath, North East Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire, together, with one voice”